We talk about the different topics Metal bands talk about in their lyrics – next time someone gives you that “why do you even like metal?!”-look, tell them about all the philosophy and social critique that’s in Metal lyrics.

Kiki had a fun interview with Dutch guitarist Merel Bechtold from DELAIN, MAYAN and her very own PUREST OF PAIN. Merel tells us about her musical upbringing, the Indiegogo campaign that helped release her band’s album and even laughs when asked about her and Charlotte Wessels’ fan-made couple’s name.